Andrew John Franzone, MD

So sorry to hear of the passing Andrew

Few people know the story of my early experiences with Dr. Franzone, which spanned from 1995 to 2000. I was a surgical resident at that time at Lenox Hill. During those years, he would frequently arrive in the middle of the night to assist with particularly complex patients , especially those involving elusive central line access after numerous unsuccessful attempts by many others.

One evening while covering call, I asked him how he managed to succeed where so many had failed. I often saw him navigating the corridors with a peculiar, squeaky-tall contraption topped with a small, wheeled monitor. The other surgical residents and I initially scoffed at what we thought was a noisy, unnecessary gadget - unaware of the incredible innovation we were witnessing.

At the time, I had no idea that this marked the birth of ultrasound guidance in vascular procedures - and that Dr. Franzone was among the first to embrace and advance this transformative technique when few even considered it.

His steadfast vision transformed our institution´s approach in my eyes, ultimately setting the stage for ultrasound-guided line placement to become standard practice, even as he gradually stepped away from major operative work. While most dismissed the device as a curiosity, he revealed to me its extraordinary potential. Today, his legacy continues to shape how we approach central venous access, making it far safer and vastly more precise.

His example was one of the pivotal inspirations that drew me toward a life in vascular surgery. Even now, I take immense satisfaction in cannulating the most challenging of vessels under ultrasound, guided by what he once described as "the mind´s eye."

Andy was an innovator and I will forever cherish those moments under his mentorship; what might seem trivial to some holds profound meaning for me.

Rest peacefully, Dr. Franzone.

Rainier Aquino,M.D.
Vascular Surgeon

Man´s best friend and the "smartest" dog who was learning his 5th language with Dr. Franzone. His fondness for his smaller protege reflected his kind sensible nature and they shared an effortless bond and connected in a such a special way...two cerebral minds always crafting up something new together.

Dr Franzone was always a gentle kind man and he will be missed. Wishing his family my sincerest condolences. Patricia Gushue

My prayers for the repose of his great soul, and the consolation of his family.
Fr. John Davis, Ph.D., '58

A good life and God's speed to your earned rewards...

Having the blessing of living in a ripe old age and still having the capacity to remember classmates from years gone by is a sweet and bittersweet experience. But especially the remembrances of the Holy Cross, as outlined in the Jesuit Ratio Studiorum, Rev Bunny Busom SJ, and the many fruit flies countered for Dr. Malumphy, and Mass every day at St Joseph's Chapel. We were blessed in those days. Goodbye, my friend, until we meet again

May the Soul of Dr. Andrew Frazone and the Souls of all the faithful departed through the Mercy of God, Rest In Peace.

The absolute best, they don't make Dr's like him anymore. His bedside manner, his patience, his overall being .....no one will ever compare. You will be missed, my friend. My sincerest condolences to his wife and kids. Lenox Hill has definitely lost one of its brightest stars.

Dr Andrew Franzone lived to enjoy the legacy he built in his home with a beautiful family and then as a doctor where he saved the lives of many including my own mother. I want to share my deepest condolences and offer a few words.

In his profession he was both an inspiration and mentor to those he taught but in his own time away from the hospital he was a simple soul, a humble man, a devoted husband and the most loving father. He enjoyed simple pleasures and the unexpected joys that often are forgotten. In his pastime he was passionate as an aspiring abstract acrylic painter and he had an equal affinity for creating the most perfect hollandaise sauce as well a prolific conviction that he had discovered the most intelligent dog....coincidentally inside his own home.

These are only a few examples of his fondness for sharing the best of what he saw surrounding him and in that respect he will be always be remembered and forever loved by so many as a caring, compassionate person who actually really did care about people.

Deepest condolences to the family. Always a presence at Lenox Hill, he will be missed.